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The Paramount Chief of the Ashanti leaves Airspeed Ambas?
The Paramount Chief of the Ashanti leaves Airspeed Ambassador, G-AMAB, Sir Francis Bacon, of BEA at the 1953 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at Hatfield on 14 June
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1953 Airspeed Ambassador Ashanti Bacon Chief Francis Hatfield Paramount Aeronautics
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic moment in aviation history. This exquisite print showcases "The Paramount Chief of the Ashanti leaves Airspeed Ambassador, G-AMAB," captured at the 1953 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party at Hatfield. The image, rights-managed by Mary Evans Prints Online, beautifully portrays Sir Francis Bacon, the Chief, bidding farewell to Sir Alan Cobham, the pilot of the Airspeed Ambassador, G-AMAB, and Sir Frank Cooper, the Managing Director of Airspeed, amidst the backdrop of aviation history. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring a touch of vintage charm and rich cultural heritage to your home or office.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.2cm (9.6" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph, the Paramount Chief of the Ashanti, a traditional ruler from present-day Ghana, is seen bidding farewell to Sir Francis Bacon, the pilot of the Airspeed Ambassador, G-AMAB, at the 1953 Royal Aeronautical Society Garden Party held at Hatfield on 14 June. The event brought together aviation enthusiasts, industry professionals, and dignitaries to celebrate the latest advancements in the realm of flight. The Paramount Chief, dressed in his regal attire, is shown extending a warm handshake to Sir Francis Bacon, who stands proudly next to the sleek and elegant Airspeed Ambassador. The Airspeed Ambassador, a British-built twin-engine transport aircraft, was a popular choice for both civilian and military applications during the 1950s. Its versatility and reliability made it a favorite among various organizations, including the British European Airways (BEA), of which Sir Francis Bacon was a part. The photograph captures a moment of mutual respect and admiration between the traditional leader and the modern aviator. The Paramount Chief's interest in aviation and his interaction with Sir Francis Bacon at the Garden Party underscores the global reach and appeal of the burgeoning aviation industry during this period. This image serves as a testament to the fusion of tradition and innovation, as well as the growing connections between different parts of the world in the mid-20th century.
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